Gala 4 Cabernet Franc Malbec
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2030
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Luigi Bosca's Gala 4 is a sophisticated and modern expression of Mendoza's high-altitude terroir, specifically showcasing the synergy between Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The 'Gala' collection was conceived to highlight the art of blending, with Gala 4 focusing on the structure and aromatic complexity of Cabernet Franc, rounded out by a small touch of Malbec. Sourced from select old vineyards in Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley, the grapes benefit from intense solar radiation and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. This results in a wine of deep ruby color, characterized by intense aromas of red fruits, black pepper, and subtle herbaceous notes, complemented by elegant integration of French oak from its aging process. It represents the pioneering spirit of the Arizu family, who have spent over a century defining the limits of Argentine winemaking.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1901 by Don Leoncio Arizu, Bodega Luigi Bosca stands as a cornerstone of modern Argentine viticulture. Steered across four generations by the Arizu family alongside head winemaker Pablo Cúneo, the estate was instrumental in defining Argentina's fine-wine identity and establishing the landmark Luján de Cuyo DOC in 1989. While universally celebrated for red expressions, the bodega boasts a venerable reputation for white and sparkling vinification, drawing fruit from prized high-altitude holdings across Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley. Sited on alluvial, gravel-strewn Andean soils, these vineyards benefit from sharp diurnal shifts that preserve vital natural acidity. The cellar balances technical precision with restrained French oak aging to deliver whites and traditional-method sparklers marked by aromatic clarity and energetic structure. Signature whites—including the De Sangre White Blend, Finca Los Nobles Chardonnay, and crisp iterations of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Gewürztraminer—epitomize the estate’s hallmark poise, mineral drive, and enduring Andean freshness.
🍇 Grapes
Cabernet Franc 95%, Malbec 5%
🍷 ABV
14-14.5